Chesterfield · Newer suburb
Southern Chesterfield
Greater Richmond's value play. More square footage per dollar than anywhere else in the metro, with Chesterfield's low tax rate and growing infrastructure.
Reviewed 2026-09-06 · By Miles Agee, Realtor®
The Numbers
What Southern Chesterfield actually costs
Median range
$325K-$425K
Walk score
10
Typical commute
30 min
Tax rate
$0.89 / $100
School district
Chesterfield County PS
County
Chesterfield
Walk score and commute are representative averages for the zone, not for a single address. The tax rate is the locality rate per $100 of assessed value and is reset annually.
The Honest Part
What Southern Chesterfield trades away
30+ minute commute to downtown. Limited dining and entertainment options. Far from city culture. Some areas feel disconnected from the rest of the metro. School zoning changes by address here more than anywhere in the metro, so verify before you commit.
Most zone pages skip this part. Every place in Greater Richmond gives something up, and knowing which thing before you tour is worth more than another photo gallery.
On the Ground
Communities inside Southern Chesterfield
What You Get
Housing stock and daily life
What is on the market here
- New construction where you pick finishes
- Move-in-ready homes, roughly 5 to 15 years old
What this zone is built around
- Quiet streets and privacy
- Shopping and everyday convenience
What a Tuesday night looks like
- Practice, school, and a pediatrician close in
- Errands done without a second trip
Is It For You
Who Southern Chesterfield tends to fit
Family with young kids
The most house for your money in the metro. Newer construction, larger lots, and Chesterfield taxes. If budget is a priority and you don't need to be close to downtown, this is your zone.
Family with teenagers
Space, affordability, and newer homes. Southern Chesterfield gives families room to grow without stretching the budget. Easy access to Route 288 and 95 corridors.
Relocating for work
If you work from home and want maximum space for minimum price, Southern Chesterfield delivers. Newer homes, large lots, and low taxes. The commute doesn't matter if you're not making it.
Not sure Southern Chesterfield is your zone?
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Pricing, tax rates, walk scores, and commute figures on this page are representative for the zone as of 2026-09-06 and change regularly. Verify with current MLS data, the locality assessor, and a licensed Realtor before making purchase or sale decisions. School information should be verified through Niche, GreatSchools, or the official school district. MAMS does not steer clients by race, color, religion, sex, familial status, national origin, disability, or any other protected class.